The Glory of God in Autumn's Colours
Welcome to the Hope in Jesus Blog
Whether you are exploring the Christian faith or looking for encouragement in your walk with Christ, I hope you will find inspiration here.
This blog seeks to share the hope found in Jesus and to encourage readers to connect with a local church community where faith can be nurtured and grow.
Autumn, my favourite season, often inspires these reflections. As nature’s colours deepen and landscapes transform, I am reminded that the God who created such beauty continues to shape our lives with grace and purpose.
You can learn more in my reflections below, and also what your local church has to offer through;
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Mary Rathbone – Editor – Hope in Jesus Blog
Isaiah 60 : Rise and Shine
To Rise is to say no to despair – even in the darkest moments.
To Shine is to live generously – even when it costs us something precious.
Psalm 139 : How God knows each one of us individually
Psalm 139 promises that God’s knowledge of each one of us, is not general but personal, not distant but intimate.
Jesus, Healer of the Whole Person : Luke 4:38–44
Medicine, therapy and prayer are not competitors – all work together, but it is only Christ who can heal our innermost core – our soul.
Parable of the Vineyard Workers : Matthew 20:1-16
…. is about mercy and not injustice. The landowner, was demonstrating relationships are more important than reward, and need more important than productivity.
Heaven’s Glory and Christs Transfiguration : Luke 9:28-36
Learn more about heaven – it may be closer than we think?
The Parable of The Sower : Matthew 13
When we allow him to, God is always ready to work within us, shaping us into the soil where His life can grow.
